Learning disabilities
Expert care and support for people with learning disabilities
We understand that learning disabilities and Autistic spectrum conditions can make aspects of life challenging. That’s why we’re here to help.
Our teams are highly experienced in supporting people with a range of needs. This is because we’ve been working with people with learning disabilities for over 35 years.
Tailored care and support for learning disabilities
There are a variety of causes for learning disabilities, and the effects will differ from person to person. People with learning disabilities needs are different, there is never going to be a one size fits all care plan for people with learning disabilities. The difficulties faced by this group is diverse. As a result, we know that the priority is person-first, tailored care for each individual.
Types of Learning Disability care and support
We cater for people with mild learning disabilities through to people with severe and profound learning disabilities.
Our care workers are trained to offer specialist care for your individual needs by our clinical colleagues, our training company Training Now and outside courses when required.
Live-in learning disability care and support
Our live-in care provides 24-hour care to people with learning disabilities in the community, allowing them to live independently as possible in their own homes through support from carefully matched, professional care workers.
Learning Disability care and support for younger adults
Through our Enable service, Agincare has many years of experience supporting people with a learning disability, autistic spectrum condition, or physical disability to live independent and fulfilling lives in the community. Our integrated pathway of services includes day support, community outreach, respite and supported living.
Frequently asked questions
The new term used in the UK is “Intellectual Disability” usually used in health care settings however the names are interchangeable.
It is is a reduced intellectual ability and difficulty with everyday activities – for example household tasks, socialising or managing money – which affects someone for their whole life.
Our care workers and their supervisors are trained by Agincare’s training company, Training Now and have client specific training provided by our clinical lead or an outside organisation.
We find out what activities you enjoy and help you to access them, our care workers are encouraged to think outside the box of new activities you may like in your area and they can accompany you to local day centres.
A learning disability affects someone’s intellect generally across all parts of their life.
A learning difficulty does not affect someone’s intellect. Instead, it means that someone finds it more difficult to learn certain things.